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Kia Optima vs. Ford Escape Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Kia Optima vs. Ford Escape Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $21,945

Kia Optima EX   
Difference: $3,725

Lowest Total Invoice: $20,148

Kia Optima EX   
Difference: $3,632

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200620092009
ModelOptimaEscapeEscape
TrimEXXLTHybrid Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Price $19,100 $23,455 $31,975
Base Invoice $17,605 $21,789 $29,542
Leather Package 1,000    
Antilock brakes (ABS) 795    
Floor mats 85    
CD changer, remote 375    
Leather Comfort Group   745  
Sun and SYNC Package   745  
Leather Package 890    
Antilock brakes (ABS) 710    
Floor mats 65    
CD changer, remote 288    
Leather Comfort Group   633  
Sun and SYNC Package   633  
Options (change) 2,255 1,490 0
Options (change) 1,953 1,266 0
Destination 590 725 725
Gas Tax 0 0 -3,000
Total Price $21,945 $25,670 $29,700
Total Invoice $20,148 $23,780 $27,267

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Ford Escape

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima EX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,225
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,242
Model Year200620092009
ModelOptimaEscapeEscape
TrimEXXLTHybrid Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV4dr SUV
Engine138hp I4171hp I4153hp I4 H
TransmissionT4A6CVT
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)120, 680, 480, 4
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/60-15235/70-16235/70-16
Total Price$21,945$25,670$29,700
Adjustments for Features0-1,500-2,725
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$21,945$24,170$26,975
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$2,805
Total Invoice$20,148$23,780$27,267
Adjustments for Features0-1,390-2,502
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$20,148$22,390$24,765
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$2,375

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Features Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Ford Escape

Model Year200620092009
ModelOptimaEscapeEscape
TrimEXXLTHybrid Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic$900  
6-speed automatic $1000 
CVT  $1000
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet  $100
Keyless entry keypad $50$50
Universal garage door opener$100  
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
4-wheel disc brakes$150  
911 assist $25$25
Brake assist $50$50
Obstacle detection, rear  $250
Rollover sensor $50$50
Side curtain airbags $350$350
Stability control $400$400
Tire-pressure monitor $75$75
Traction control $100$100
Vehicle health reports $0$0
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover  $75
Overhead sunglass holder $25$25
Roof rack  $300
Roof rails $250 
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front$200 $200
Dual-zone climate control  $125
Rear wiper $175$175
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75  
Deep-tinted rear windows $275$275
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel $125$125
Aux input $50$50
Bluetooth cell phone link $100$100
Cassette player$50  
CD changer, in-dash  $325
CD changer, remote$200  
CD player$125$125 
MP3-compatible player $50$50
Satellite radio $200$200
SMS text-to-speech reader $25$25
Voice control for audio system $25$25
Voice control for external devices $0$0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Compass $0$0
Heated mirrors$25 $25
Outside temperature display $50$50
Trip computer $150$150
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50  
Heated front seats  $200
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50  
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100  
Power recliner, driver seat$100  
Power recliner, passenger seat$100  
Total Value of Features$2,225$3,725$4,950
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,500$2,725
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,390-2,502

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See a complete comparison of Kia Optima vs. Ford Escape features.

Specifications Comparison: Kia Optima vs. Ford Escape

Model Year20062009
ModelOptimaEscape
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Wheelbase106.3 in103.1 in
Length185.8 in174.7 in
Width71.5 in71.1 in
Height55.5 in67.7 in
Curb Weight3,282 lb.3,255 lb.
Fuel Capacity17.2 gal.16.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.0 in40.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.9 in56.6 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.8 in53.3 in
Row 1 Legroom43.3 in41.6 in
Row 2 Headroom37.6 in39.2 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.7 in55.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.4 in49.1 in
Row 2 Legroom36.2 in35.6 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		13.6 ft329.2 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		13.666.3 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Kia Optima vs. Ford Escape specs.

Option Package Details
Kia Optima EX

Leather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100No
Total Requested90082%
Total Not Requested20018%

Option Package Details
Ford Escape XLT

Leather Comfort Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Interior ambient lighting150No
Total Requested90086%
Total Not Requested15014%
Sun and SYNC Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100No
Voice control for external devices0No
SMS text-to-speech reader25No
USB port25No
Vehicle health reports0No
911 assist25No
Voice control for audio system25No
Total Requested90082%
Total Not Requested20018%

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